DIY Window Shutter Using An Old Fence Gate

Our unfinished basement has 6 ugly, fixed windows that are covered with some kind of white plastic, added by the previous owners, and metal mullions that needed some work. One of these windows is visible from the back yard and it's appearance really bothered me.

Once it was up like we wanted, I used some dark walnut stain and added some faux hinges and a lock to make it look more authentic, even though it doesn't open and close. A free and easy fix for one o our unsightly basement windows.

Just a note about safety in case of fire. The 6 windows in our unfinished basement don't open and would have to be broken in case of emergency, in which case we could easily push through the shutter to get out if needed. Check out www.chatfieldcourt.com for more easy and inexpensive DIY projects.